Amoxicillin And Cost: Generic, Brand Names, And More

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SubscribeAmoxicillin and costMedically reviewed by Philip Ngo, PharmD — Written by Alex Brewer, PharmD, MBA — Updated on April 28, 2025

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Amoxicillin is a generic drug prescribed for treating bacterial infections in adults and children. The cost of amoxicillin with and without insurance can depend on several factors.

Drug details

Here are some details on amoxicillin:

• Drug class: antibiotic
• Drug forms:
  • oral capsules
  • oral tablets
  • oral chewable tablets
  • powder, which is made into an oral liquid suspension
• Brand-name version:
  • Amoxil (capsule, powder for liquid suspension)

Read on to learn about amoxicillin and cost, as well as how to save money on prescriptions.

Amoxicillin price

Amoxicillin retail price$The retail price of amoxicillin is $.

As with all medications, the cost of amoxicillin can vary. Factors that may affect the price you’ll pay include your treatment plan, your insurance coverage, and the pharmacy you use.

To find out what the cost of amoxicillin will be for you, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.

Amoxicillin coupons and savings

You can visit Optum Perks for price estimates of amoxicillin. These estimates are based on the use of Optum Perks coupons. Note: Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with insurance copays or benefits.

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Common questions about price and amoxicillin

Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about drug cost and amoxicillin.

How much does amoxicillin cost without insurance?

Amoxicillin’s cost without insurance can vary. It’s possible that it might cost more without insurance than it does with insurance, though.

If you have questions about the cost of amoxicillin, talk with your doctor or pharmacist. Your pharmacist may be able to help you determine what amoxicillin costs without insurance, including the cost per pill.

Does the price of the 500-mg strength of amoxicillin vary by form?

Yes, the price of amoxicillin in the 500-milligram (mg) strength can vary by form. The price you’ll pay for amoxicillin depends on several factors, including the form and strength you’re prescribed.

Amoxicillin is available in the following forms and strengths:

Tablets	Chewable tablets	Capsules	Powder for liquid suspension
500 mg	125 mg	250 mg	125 mg per 5 milliliters (mL)
875 mg	250 mg	500 mg	200 mg per 5 mL
250 mg per 5 mL
400 mg per 5 mL

To find out what the cost of amoxicillin will be for you, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.

Generic vs. brand-name drugs

Amoxicillin is available as the brand-name drug Amoxil.

A generic drug is an exact copy of the active ingredient in a brand-name medication. The generic is considered to be as safe and effective as the original drug. Generics also tend to cost less than brand-name drugs. To find out how the cost of Amoxil compares to the cost of amoxicillin, talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider.

If your doctor has prescribed amoxicillin and you’re interested in using Amoxil instead, talk with your doctor. They may have a preference for one version or the other. You’ll also need to check with your insurance provider, as it may only cover one or the other.

Keep in mind that dosage forms can vary between generics and brand-name products:

• Amoxicillin tablets and chewable tablets are only available in generic form. You can also get generic amoxicillin as capsules or as a powder to be made into a liquid suspension by a healthcare professional.
• Amoxil is available as capsules and as a powder to be made into a liquid suspension by a healthcare professional.

Financial and insurance assistance

If you need financial support to pay for amoxicillin, consider looking into websites that offer cost resources and information. Two such organizations are:

• Medicine Assistance Tool
• NeedyMeds

These sites can provide details on drug assistance programs, ways to make the most of your insurance coverage, and links to savings cards and other services.

Disclaimer: Medical News Today has made every effort to make certain that all information is factually correct, comprehensive, and up to date. However, this article should not be used as a substitute for the knowledge and expertise of a licensed healthcare professional. You should always consult your doctor or another healthcare professional before taking any medication. The drug information contained herein is subject to change and is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a given drug does not indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for all patients or all specific uses.

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Medically reviewed by Philip Ngo, PharmD — Written by Alex Brewer, PharmD, MBA — Updated on April 28, 2025

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